Product Development Manager Jobs

Explore Product Development Manager jobs on Ladders, a career platform for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Product Development Managers guide products from early research and concept development through design, launch, and ongoing improvement. Browse roles across industries and find opportunities that align with your leadership experience, product expertise, and career goals.

What Does a Product Development Manager Do?

Product Development Managers coordinate cross-functional teams to turn customer needs and business objectives into successful products. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include researching markets, shaping product requirements, managing development roadmaps, overseeing budgets and timelines, mitigating risks, and collaborating with engineering, design, marketing, operations, and sales. They also monitor product performance and use customer feedback and business data to guide improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek candidates with experience in product development, project or program management, and cross-functional leadership. Valuable skills include strategic planning, market and customer research, communication, prioritization, budgeting, and risk management. Familiarity with relevant development processes, analytics, and industry-specific standards can also help. Requirements vary by role, company, and sector.

Product Development Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore Product Development Manager opportunities at this compensation level. Experienced professionals may advance to senior product leadership, portfolio management, or broader business leadership roles.

Find Product Development Manager Jobs on Ladders

Search current Product Development Manager openings and compare roles by responsibilities, industry, and location. Create a focused search around your strengths and preferred work environment, then review each listing for compensation details and qualifications. Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted opportunities designed for six-figure careers.

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$120K - $160K *

Grow your expertise in product analytics to shape strategies in commercial lines, collaborating with underwriting and engineering to refine coverage and optimize performance while driving product disc...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative sensory and analytical research, driving data-driven insights to enhance pet nutrition products through expert team leadership and advanced methodologies that...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $120K *

Elevate product visibility by executing high-impact marketing campaigns, driving product launches, and crafting compelling messaging that resonates with target audiences. Collaborate cross-functionall...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming ideas into impactful products, owning the entire process from concept to launch. Collaborate closely with engineering and customers to deliver innovative solutions in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative product strategies that enhance marketplace efficiency and user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex challenges into scalable technology solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$68K - $100K *

Shape the future of product development by supporting project execution and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal for early-career professionals eager to build skills in managing new initiatives and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing product lines, supplier relationships, and pricing strategies while ensuring customer satisfaction and internal collaboration. Drive continuous improvement and training ini...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and implement strategic product initiatives for motorcycle and powersports categories, from concept through launch and performance analysis, ensuring alignment with mark...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $234K *

Lead product strategy and operations for eCommerce and Membership teams. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to track performance, generate insights, and improve processes, ensuring alignment w...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $145K *

Optimize product design by transforming innovative concepts into practical solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance the homebuyer experience through research, technical documentation, and effect...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$93K - $123K *

Shape product strategy and drive growth by collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to identify market needs, prioritize opportunities, and deliver impactful SaaS solutions that enhance...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $169K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration and execution of strategic initiatives across our Technology Division, ensuring clarity and alignment to achieve measurable outcomes and foster a culture of accoun...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $130K *

Champion innovative product development by leading cross-functional teams, managing project scope, schedule, and budget. Drive efficiency and quality while mitigating risks to ensure successful projec...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $220K *

Innovate with us to lead product development in Baking, Spices, and Condiments, driving growth through strategic partnerships and quality-focused innovation while mentoring a talented team and influen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a Product Owner, driving Agile execution and roadmap development for Retirement and Government Savings programs. Collaborate with teams to prioritize backlogs, engage customers...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the execution of product vision as a Product Owner, driving Agile teams to prioritize and deliver high-value features while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders in a dynamic environme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform the product vision into actionable plans by leading Agile teams, prioritizing backlogs, and ensuring alignment with business goals. Build relationships and drive execution in a dynamic envir...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $231K *

Champion product excellence by defining strategy and roadmap for etch platforms. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs and drive market success throughou...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development and strategy of spares products to enhance market share and profitability, collaborating across teams to drive lifecycle management and address emerging business opportunities in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $165K *

Empower cross-functional teams by leading complex product development projects, ensuring alignment with business goals while driving continuous improvement and optimizing productivity throughout the p...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading product strategy for integrated solutions that enhance operational health and drive growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative offerings that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $170K *

Play a key role in transforming and scaling technology and training solutions in support of a dynamic global product development organization, driving innovation and operational excellence across dive...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$108K - $136K *

Transform the sales landscape by building, leading, and optimizing a high-performing SDR team focused on generating quality enterprise leads, enhancing customer engagement, and driving pipeline growth...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Champion the future of firmware development by leading a multi-site team in creating innovative embedded software for mission-critical audio communication systems, ensuring quality, efficiency, and al...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $140K *

Optimize product strategy and delivery for AI-driven digital workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and operational efficiency, translating business needs into i...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Product Development Manager do?question toggle

    A Product Development Manager leads the process of creating and improving products, coordinating teams and managing work from research and planning through development, launch, and evaluation.

  • What qualifications are common for Product Development Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value product or project management experience, cross-functional leadership, strategic planning, customer research, communication, and relevant industry knowledge.

  • How much do Product Development Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on experience, location, industry, and the scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Product Development Manager opportunities.

  • Where can I find Product Development Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Product Development Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.

  • What career paths can follow a Product Development Manager role?question toggle

    With experience, Product Development Managers may move into senior product management, product portfolio leadership, or broader executive and business leadership positions.